FE C Tab Plus, Ferocon, Ferrex 150 Forte, Ferrex 150 Forte Plus, FoliTab 500, Hematinic With Folic Acid, Hemocyte-F, Icar-C Plus, Iferex 150 Forte, Irospan 24/6, IS 24/6, Multigen, Multigen Folic, Multigen Plus, Niferex Forte-150
Generic Names:
Folitab 500
Uses:
Supplies your body with B vitamins and iron. You might need extra B vitamins and iron because of an illness or other medicines that you are using. You might not be getting enough B vitamins and iron from the food you eat, or there could be other reasons.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
Swallow the extended-release capsule, extended-release tablet, or liquid-filled capsule whole. Do not crush, break, or chew the tablet or capsule.
You may take this medicine with food if it upsets your stomach.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Swallow the extended-release capsule, extended-release tablet, or liquid-filled capsule whole. Do not crush, break, or chew the tablet or capsule.
You may take this medicine with food if it upsets your stomach.
What to do if you miss a dose of Folitab 500
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Missing a dose of a vitamin supplement is usually not a cause for concern.
Folitab 500 contraindications
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to vitamin B or iron.
Folitab 500 warnings
This medicine might have enough iron to poison a small child. Be very careful to keep this medicine out of the reach of children. If a child does swallow some of this medicine, call a doctor or poison control center right away.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease or kidney disease. Tell your doctor if you have any blood problems, such as pernicious anemia or too much iron.
Tell your doctor if you are allergic to soy. Some brands of this medicine might contain soy.
Folitab 500 interactions
Tell your doctor if you are allergic to soy. Some brands of this medicine might contain soy.
This medicine might have enough iron to poison a small child. Be very careful to keep this medicine out of the reach of children. If a child does swallow some of this medicine, call a doctor or poison control center right away.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using an antibiotic medicine, such as tetracycline, doxycycline, Achromycin®, Minocin®, Vibramycin®.
Folitab 500 side effects
Serious Side Effects
Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest.
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Mild pain in your lower chest or stomach.
Less Serious Side Effects
Mild pain in your lower chest or stomach.
Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest.
